Through the Garden Gate

by Sharon Rose, Erin Brown (Illustrator)

Overview

A magical picture book that blends imagination, nature, and discovery, Through the Garden Gate invites young readers on a whimsical journey through a hidden garden filled with real plants and enchanting surprises.

"Luxuriant, floral-thick illustrations flesh out this exciting picture book about falling in love with the wonders of nature." —Foreword Reviews

When Miles stumbles upon a neighbor’s mysterious gate, he steps into a world of wonder—where talking animals, fluttering fairies, and extraordinary plants await. Inspired by native ecology and brought to life through lush, timeless illustrations, this gentle adventure encourages children to look more closely at the natural world around them.

Why Readers Will Love This Book:

• Fantasy Meets Nature: A magical tale grounded in real ecological knowledge and native plants.
• Lush, Classic Illustrations: Every page bursts with detail, inspiring curiosity and imaginative play.
• Interactive Learning: Features educational backmatter and a garden-themed seek-and-find activity.
• Created by an Expert: Written by a garden designer with a passion for native ecology and childhood wonder.

A perfect gift for budding gardeners, fairy lovers, and young explorers, Through the Garden Gate opens the door to wonder waiting just outside.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781685552022
Publisher:	The Collective Book Studio
Publication date:	04/07/2026
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	10.00(w) x 8.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

Sharon Rose is an award-winning garden designer and environmental artist based in San Francisco, California. She is the founder and owner of STUDIO SF Landscape Design, established in 2018, where she specializes in revitalizing natural landscapes and crafting distinctive garden spaces. With over two decades of experience and deep expertise in California native and Mediterranean plants, her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Sunset Magazine, and Luxe Interiors + Design. In her free time, she enjoys gardening and inspiring children to discover the magic and wonder of plants.

Erin Brown is an award winning Northern Irish illustrator who lives and works on the beautiful island of Jersey. After graduating university with a bachelors degree in Fine Art, a passion for stories and children’s books took hold. She combines her love for hand drawn lines and traditional techniques with the flexibility and freedom of adding colour digitally. She has worked with clients all over the world but particularly loves illustrating Irish stories and folklore. Her love of stories comes from her Grandad who lived by the sea and was always ready with a tale or two. When she’s not working in her tiny studio, she can be found baking something overly sweet, exploring the forests and cliff paths of Jersey or down at the sea shore, watching the tide roll in.

Editorial Reviews

"The beautiful, illustrated journey of Miles and his new garden friends that exposes readers to plants and gardening during his unusual day behind a hidden gate in his neighbor's yard.”— Daniel Garcia, Founder and Creative Director of Content Magazine

"Through the Garden Gate provides a fresh perspective to educate children about gardening! The imagery and story call back to childhood classics that keep the reader hooked on every page!"— Kasey Bruce, Owner of Katie Bruce Media

"This book is a magical story about a secret garden that will expand the imagination of its readers and have them looking at the plants and animals around them in a different way.”— Lisa Vere, Owner & Founder of Cerridwen's Closet

"Through the Garden Gate is a wonderful picture book with a cozy, cinematic story by Sharon Rose, brought to life through beautifully detailed nature and fantasy illustrations by Erin Brown—you can feel the love and research poured into every page."— John DiPianto, Illustrator

"Combining practical data with magical elements, Sharon Rose offers a story that invites children to learn, grow, and be transformed as they engage with the natural world through gardening."— Kitty O’Meara, award-winning, bestselling author of And the People Stayed Home, The Rare, Tiny Flower, and Oliver and the Night Giants

"In our busy, screen-filled world, this book offers something precious: permission to be still and let imagination bloom naturally."— Heather Wright Foye, Principal Architect of Wright Architecture

"Through the Garden Gate effortlessly transforms an ordinary day into a magical exploration, blending scientific detail and fairy-tale wonder in a beautifully layered tale."— Lorri Hicks Cazenave, founder and creative director of Hicks Cazenave Interiors

"Whimsical, wise, and full of heart... a must-read for any child (or grown-up!) who's ever felt wonder in a garden."— Lana Pappas, founder and creative director of The Gardenista

"This story beautifully captures how time slows down and little wonders start to appear when you let yourself get lost in the magic of a garden. The illustrations are just as enchanting!"— Phoenix Jungwirth, founder of Green Earth Gardeners

"Through the Garden Gate is a whimsical, heartfelt story that inspires the next generation of nature lovers through curiosity, courage, and a touch of magic."— David Brenner, founder of Habitat Horticulture

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